Question regarding the visa dates.
1 Situation, 3 dates:
I am a 51 y/o Canadian on a Non-Imm O-A.
My visa sticker is valid from Nov.20 2020 until Nov.19 2021.
My entry date stamp is 05 Dec 2020 and has the written date 03-12-2021 on the "Until" line.
I just did my 90 days report using the application and It says valid until Nov.19 2021.
Which is it? I can stay until Dec 03 or Nov 19?
Now, I will do a extension request. What is my best strategy?
Should I do it as soon as possible or wait as late as possible?
What will be the new date? Will it be an extension adding 12 months to my actual visa, taking me to Nov. 19 2022 ?
Or will it be a year from the date of extension approval ?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The main query concerns the confusion over the expiry dates related to a Non-Immigrant O-A visa in Thailand, specifically for a Canadian holder. The visa sticker is valid until November 19, 2021, whereas the entry date stamp allows stay until December 3, 2021. The advice given clarifies that the stamp dictates the duration of stay. It is recommended to apply for an extension of stay before December 3 or exit and re-enter Thailand if it's before the visa's expiry. The extension would allow for a continued stay up to a year from the new stamp date if extending; thus, planning and understanding visa regulations are crucial.
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